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Genes influence emotional memory

Genetic differences affect recall of positive and negative events.

A single gene can influence how clearly you recall emotionally intense memories, neuroscientists have shown. This finding could aid the search for therapies for people traumatized by horrific experiences.

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Posted by Nicola Jones on July 30, 2007 01:50 PM |

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Posted by: David E Clarke | July 31, 2007 07:16 PM

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